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23 September 2015
22 September 2015
New Panorama Design slim-line façade system from Schueco
27 August 2015
BIM-ready solutions from CMS Windows Systems at BandEE Expo
BIM-ready solutions The substantial efficiencies and added value from working with a BIM-ready window, door and facade contractor, will be revealed by CMS Window Systems at the Buildings andamp; Energy Efficiency Expo, 10th andamp; 11th November 2015, Manchester Central. CMS ensure that building projects benefit from consistent BIM expertise throughout the numerous work stages _[…]
25 August 2015
CMS boosts team in response to growth in new build housing
CMS boosts team in new build housing sector Leading PVCu, aluminium and timber aluminium composite window, door and curtain walling manufacturer and installer CMS Window Systems also install external wall insulation (EWI) and cladding systems Colin Joyce from CMS Window Systems Colin Joyce.joins CMS Window Systems as Business Development Manager, bringing with him more than[…]
25 August 2015
DuPont Corian balances design and function at Villa New Water
The Dutch villa has been designed by Architect Koen Olthuis of Waterstudio, NL. In addition to the exterior façade, the building features an open-air terrace with cutaway sections, and Corian is also used within the interior kitchen installations. Balancing design and function One of the key reasons Corian was specified is due to its moisture[…]
17 August 2015
New shiplap timber cladding range offers longevity
PVC-U woodgrain cladding is often used as a low maintenance option for dormer extensions and detailing on external areas. Freefoam has responded to the growing trend of grey windows and doors by adding a new Anthracite Grey woodgrain option to the range. Minimising stock holding The 150mm Shiplap cladding features a modified right angle led[…]
14 August 2015
Curtain walling and glazing specified for Girlguiding HQ
Designed by Walker Simpson Architects, the new purpose-built facility features continuous glazing across all façades installed by Alusec UK. The Girlguiding North West England HQ has benefited from the installation of Senior’s curtain walling and glazing systems Senior’s SCW curtain walling was installed to provide clean, crisp lines, creating an open and accessible layout which[…]
12 August 2015
Cladding panels specified to protect seafront development
The contract, worth £48.5m, comprises three towers. The landmark residential tower stands at 26 storeys high and is supported by two residential buildings at 50m and 30m high respectively. The development offers 299 private apartments and 2,800 metres squared of retail and leisure space overlooking the marina. Trespa Meteon cladding panels have been specified to[…]
12 August 2015
Passivhaus technology and its place in UK construction market
REHAU and the Passivhaus Trust As new members of the Passivhaus Trust and with a number of Passivhaus certified products in its portfolio, REHAU’s latest seminar demonstrate its ongoing commitment to the concept and its practical application in the construction sector. More than 70 delegates were at the seminar from across the Midlands and South[…]
12 August 2015
Brick cladding system used in innovative hospital build
Aquarian Cladding Systems contributed to the project by supplying the Gebrik Insulating Brick Cladding System to clad the buildings brick façade. Around 650 square metres of Gebrik was specified in a VS70-00 cream finish; this shade was selected to compliment the adjacent Bath stone buildings. The project was commended at the South West Build Environment[…]
